The Ice Mile - 3 Years On
Cold water swimmer, Becca Harvey, takes us over the course of a year as she prepares for the challenge of an Ice Mile.
Stonehaven, Scotland
Written by Michelle Meredith /
Stonehaven is a North East of Scotland old fishing village with an idyllic harbour and stunning dramatic coastline to explore.
Highlights
There is an abundance of wildlife to spot along the coastline Puffins, Dolphins, Seals and a huge amount of sea birds. There is even a cracking wee point break wave that breaks in the bay for some SUP Surf action. Loads of Caves and Coves to explore and of course the Iconic Dunnottar Castle.
Local knowledge
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Sat nav
56.96467652134572, -2.2095381410322035 -
Nearest parking
Stonehaven Harbour Car Park or along harbour road.
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Places to stay
Variety of hotels, guest houses and b+bs in and around the Harbour.
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Places to eat and drink
The Marine Hotel Great Food and its own craft beer on draft with great views over the Harbour, the best place by far for apres SUP.
Things to know
The Harbour is an really safe sheltered harbour and the cliffs will protect you from the prevailing winds.Entry from Stonehaven Paddleboarding Slipway at the end of Stonehaven Harbour.
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